Job Title: Lead Machine Operator
Job Description
The Lead Machine Operator provides hands-on manufacturing support by leading and supervising production activities, ensuring products meet specifications, coordinating workflow according to the production schedule, and supporting day-to-day operations within the department. This role also assists the supervisor with daily tasks, including distributing work assignments and guiding team members to maintain quality, safety, and productivity standards.
Responsibilities
Lead and supervise machine operators and production staff within the department to ensure smooth daily operations.
Coordinate workflow and follow the production schedule to meet output and delivery targets.
Oversee machine setup and operation to ensure products are produced according to specifications and quality standards.
Pass out and communicate daily work assignments to team members, ensuring clarity of expectations and priorities.
Use measurement instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges, to verify product dimensions and quality.
Review and follow documentation and work instructions to maintain accurate production and quality records.
Support occasional decision-making regarding the quality of the product produced and escalate issues when necessary.
Work in different areas of the department as needed and learn new job skills to support flexible operations.
Collaborate effectively in a group setting and foster a cooperative team environment.
Utilize computer applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and email, for documentation, communication, and reporting.
Support training efforts by sharing knowledge and helping less experienced team members when needed.
Adhere to all safety, cleanliness, and organizational standards in a clean, controlled manufacturing environment.
Why Work Here?
You will work in a clean, air-conditioned facility that offers a comfortable and organized environment, supported by clear processes and departmental structure. The role offers bonus incentives, including eligibility for an annual bonus after becoming a permanent employee, as well as comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with a competitive match, and life insurance benefits. There is strong potential for career growth, with opportunities to move into the quality department or other areas of the organization as you expand your skills. The company promotes a stable, well-structured workplace where employees can build long-term careers and continuously develop their capabilities.
Work Environment
This is a first-shift position with hours from 6:45 a.m. to 3:05 p.m., Monday through Friday. The facility is fully air-conditioned, clean, and well-organized, with each room functioning as a dedicated department. The environment maintains a consistently comfortable, cool temperature regardless of outside weather. Work is primarily performed in a clean room or similarly controlled setting, using production machinery, grinding equipment, and precision measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges. Employees use computers with applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel for documentation and communication. The role involves standing for portions of the shift with the ability to sit at times, and it follows a structured, organized workflow with a focus on cleanliness, safety, and precision.
If you're interested in this position, please contact Melissa at (847) 580-2812. Don't miss out on this great opportunity!
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wheeling,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.
About Aerotek
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
